5.18 Ct. Purple Sapphire from Ceylon (Sri Lanka)

This exquisite transparent 5.18 carat heart shape purple sapphire offers a rare combination of size, form, and provenance that sets it apart from the ordinary. Measuring 10.07 x 10.83 x 6.52 mm and cut in a mixed brilliant style, this gem reflects light with a lively scintillation and an excellent polish that gives the stone a crisp, modern look. The color presents as a delicate medium light purple that is both romantic and versatile, and the clarity is graded as very very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which means it reads clean and bright to the wearer. Importantly this sapphire has no enhancement and is from Ceylon, Sri Lanka, a region with a long established reputation for producing sapphires of refined color and integrity, and The Natural Sapphire Company is proud to present this gem as an authentic, natural example of that heritage.

Compared to heat treated or otherwise enhanced sapphires commonly found on the market, this unenhanced Ceylon purple sapphire maintains its natural color and structural integrity, which appeals to collectors and clients who value long term stability and rarity. The heart shape is a more unusual and emotionally charged choice than traditional round or oval cuts, making this gem ideal as a romantic center stone or as a distinctive collectors piece. The mixed brilliant cut brings out flashes of brilliance that are uncommon in many pastel or medium light sapphires, and the excellent polish ensures that every facet contributes to the overall brightness. When stacked against other gems of similar carat weight, this sapphire offers superior combination of natural origin, minimal eye visible inclusions, and a compelling cut profile that maximizes both sparkle and wearable elegance.

This stone carries the long legacy of Ceylon sapphires, which have been cherished in traditional jewelry for centuries as symbols of loyalty, wisdom, and protection. Historically these gems were chosen for crowns, devotional pieces, and intimate tokens of devotion, and this heart shaped purple sapphire resonates with those same meanings in a contemporary setting. The Natural Sapphire Company offers this gem as a ready center for bespoke design, providing clients with a natural, ethically sourced sapphire that combines historical resonance with modern craftsmanship and lasting value.